“Work is play”: This is what two among the 7 important contributors and founders of early childhood education in India, Friedrich Froebel and Maria Montessori famously said about what play is – when it is seen through the eyes of a child. It therefore becomes a crucial responsibility for the adults to learn about the […]
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Play is a natural and integral part of a child’s life. The influence of play on holistic development of a child is significant, as it plays an important role in the development of five key domains. Only when all the five domains are developed during early childhood, alongside each other, can the development be called
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The best aspect about play way method of teaching, is that it helps in building a lasting connection between the child and the environment he or she is in, be it home, nature or the classroom. Since the child finds the surroundings to be the best teacher, it becomes absolutely important that the parent, teacher
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As we all know, play is an integral aspect of life during early childhood. That’s why it becomes is important to learn about how the 6 different stages of play, since it is a progressive process which helps children imbibe important skills, and prepare them to face the competitive world. While play is often seen
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The concept of natural outdoor play and learning environment, and the benefits of outdoor play in early education was discussed in the article: “Nature and the Outdoor Learning Environment: The Forgotten Resource in Early Childhood Education” by Allen Cooper of the National Wildlife Federation (NWF.Org). Early Childhood Education (ECE) programmes are designed in such a
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The holistic development of a child happens by catering to and nurturing the development of all the characteristics of growth in the child. Play is one of the best ways to nurture growth and development in a child, and there are 3 effective ways how holistic development can be promoted through play. What is Holistic
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A parent, caregiver or teacher can play a very important role in developing tailor-made learning activities at home, which can be through play, storytelling, rhymes, dramatisations and creative activities. There are many effective play activities to promote holistic development and learning communication skills in children. The parent, caregiver or teacher can in fact cleverly use
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The advantages of play way method of teaching are manifold and can have a very constructive impact in the lives of children not only through their developmental years but also during their adult life too. That’s why it becomes important for not only teachers and educators but also parents and caregivers too. Some of the
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Having seen the concept and meaning of play in early childhood education from the previous article, let’s move on to have a look at 14 crucial benefits of play in early childhood development in this one. 1. Enhances Bodily Growth and Functions Play is a form of exploration of oneself and of one’s world. A
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All of us have experienced play and we all know how enjoyable it is. Those are the memories which each one of us cherish when we go back to our childhood. Isn’t it? The concept and meaning of play in early childhood education occupies a very significant place, as it prepares a child for many
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